Podcasts about future drought fund

*This episode was recorded as part of a Centralian Land Management Association project - which they have kindly shared with our listeners* In this episode, we hear from Gary Prior. Between Gary and his father Bill, the Prior family managed Hamilton Downs Station for 40 years. And as Gary says, moving to the station at the age of 6 was the best thing that ever happened to him. While he’s always called Hamilton Downs home, and working on the station was all he ever wanted to do, Gary’s path turned out to be quite different from his father’s. In this episode, he reflects on his journey on and off the land—how life pulled him in other directions, and how he took it all in stride. He adapted, worked hard wherever he was, and still managed to build a life he’s proud of— all of which would be key to building the resilience that helped him through his biggest challenge. Red Centre Reflections is a Centralian Land Management Association project, supported by FRRR through funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*This episode was recorded as part of a Centralian Land Management Association project - which they have kindly shared with our listeners* In this episode, we sit down with David Bird of Indiana Station, a fourth-generation pastoralist continuing his family’s legacy on the land in Central Australia. David shares insights into how the experiences and resilience of those who came before him have shaped his outlook and approach to station life. Our conversation explores his deep understanding of the landscape, his grounded, pragmatic response to the highs and lows brought about by Mother Nature, and what it takes to make it in the bush. Red Centre Reflections is a Centralian Land Management Association project, supported by FRRR through funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first episode of this special AgRi-silience series, we visit Mark and Rachel McInerney at Riverton, South Australia, to hear how they've navigated adversity, redefined their roles on the farm, and turned professional development into a catalyst for business renewal.In this chat you'll hear:How an HR masterclass became the starting point for major business change The impact of back-to-back climate challenges and how they planned through uncertaintyHow weekly planning, clear roles, and external coaching transformed their partnershipThe story behind launching their direct-to-consumer beef businessHow involving their children is shaping a future-ready sixth generationKey Takeaways:Resilience isn't just surviving tough years, it's planning for the next tenGround rules and family meetings can turn tension into teamworkProfessional development is for every age, every stageBalancing passion with profitability is possible, even during droughtChapters:00:00 The McInerney family journey so far05:57 Adapting business models and financial strategies09:00 The shift in roles and responsibilities11:59 Seeking external help and professional development21:06 Mental load and work-life balance28:32 Transforming communication in a family business dynamic44:04 Balancing growth and personal joyFor the diary!Book your seat at the AgRi-silience Cut Out Dinner. It's a tough year for a lot of producers so this is a great opportunity to come together, reset, and gain strength from shared stories and collective resilience.Links and resources:Check out the McInerneys' beef business at Garyowen HerefordsMore episodes of Humans of Agriculture This episode is made possible by LivestockSA's AgRi-silience program, designed to help South Australian producers strengthen their business, financial, and people management skills. Learn more at www.livestocksa.org.au. AgRi-Silience is part of the Farm Business Resilience Program, delivered by Livestock SA and jointly funded through the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund and the Government of South Australia.If you enjoyed this episode, share with a friend and let us know your thoughts at hello@humansofagriculture.com.  Don't forget to rate, subscribe, and leave a review! [insert copy here]

In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, hosts Sean Mason and Peter Treloar discuss the performance and practical applications of Variable Rate Technology (VRT) in a challenging agricultural season. They cover topics such as zoning, testing, troubleshooting, and what NDVI maps tell us, even during drought years. This episode provides valuable insights and real-world takeaways for farmers looking to optimise their yield and input costs through precision agriculture. 00:00 Introduction to the VRT project 00:42 Easy VRT Workshop Insights 01:05 2024 Season Recap and VRT Performance 02:41 Drought Year Data and Zoning 06:41 Practical Applications of NDVI Maps 07:50 Managing Constraints with VRT 10:37 Fertiliser Safety and Soil Testing 12:27 Conclusion and Future Outlook This episode is supported by the SA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub, through funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund.Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk Podcast, part of the Farming and Growth Mindset series, hosts Nick Paltridge and Dennis Hoiberg discuss practical strategies for resilience on the farm. Dennis details his 'five planks of resilience' framework, which includes spirituality, medical health, physical health, connectivity, and mental health. He emphasises that resilience isn't just about bouncing back but bouncing forward and adapting to change. The conversation covers the importance of self-care, holistic medical approaches, the impact of physical posture and exercise, the value of social and community connections, and activities to keep the brain active. This episode is funded by the SA Drought Resilience, Adoption, and Innovation Hub with support from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund. 00:00 Introduction to the MSF Farm Talk Podcast 00:33 Meet Dennis Hoiberg: The Resilience Expert 00:44 Understanding Resilience: A Practical Approach 02:33 The Five Planks of Resilience 03:04 Spirituality: The First Plank 06:15 Medical Health: The Second Plank 10:25 Physical Health: The Third Plank 14:04 Connectivity: The Fourth Plank 20:05 Mental Health: The Fifth Plank 21:48 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the latest episode of MSF FarmTalk Series - Farming a Growth Mindset, hosted by Tanja Morgan and supported by the SA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub. This episode features Dennis J. Hoiberg, an expert in emotional wellbeing and resilience, discussing the transformative power of mindset and choice. Dennis offers practical tips to help farmers develop and sustain a growth mindset, including the 'heroic minute' each morning and the 'hour of power.' Learn how to navigate personal and professional challenges with optimism and creativity, and understand the importance of sleep, body language, and surrounding yourself with positive people. Tune in for tips to enhance your productivity and emotional well-being on the farm. 00:00 Introduction to the MSF Farm Podcast 00:25 The Power of Choice and Mindset 01:14 Understanding Different Mindsets 03:07 Developing and Sustaining a Growth Mindset 08:06 Practical Tips for a Positive Mindset 12:06 The Importance of Community and Support 15:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts This project is being led by Mallee Sustainable Farming and has been funded through the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund, and is supported by the South Australian Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub.Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, host Nick Paltridge sits down with Dr Stephen Davies, Principal Research Scientist at the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD), to discuss soil amelioration practices in Western Australia. Stephen, who has over 20 years of experience working in the Northern Greenbelt of WA, shares insights into tackling soil challenges like water-repellent sands through deep ripping, mouldboard ploughing, spading, and more. This episode provides practical advice, the evolution of WA soil management techniques, and the impact of various methods on soil health and crop yield, acknowledging that much of the work discussed on the podcast is the result of joint investment across a number of projects by DPIRD and GRDC.  Stay tuned for part two, where the discussion continues into more agronomic decisions crucial for successful soil amelioration. 00:00 Introduction to Soil Amelioration 00:17 Stephen Davies' Background and Experience 00:50 Challenges and Solutions in Soil Management 03:49 Deep Ripping and Soil Inversion Techniques 05:42 Adoption and Impact of Soil Amelioration 09:46 Strategic Tillage and Long-Term Benefits 14:36 Balancing Tillage with Sustainability 17:29 Conclusion and Future Prospects Useful links from Dr Stephen Davies work Agronomy Conference 2024 paper Crop establishment following amelioration PDF Follow Dr Stephen Davies on X @SteveDsoilsciWA This podcast was brought to you but the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund projects ‘Extension and Adoption of Drought Farming Practices' and ‘De-risking the seeding program - Adoption of key management practices for the success of dry early sown crops'.Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part two of the MSF Farm Talk podcast featuring Dr. Stephen Davies, Principal Research Scientist at DPIRD in WA, the focus is on agronomy practices following soil amelioration. The discussion covers methods for effective crop establishment, seeding techniques, and the use of longer coleoptile wheat varieties to improve productivity on freshly ameliorated soils. Dr. Davies also shares insights into the challenges and strategies for managing these soils to ensure successful crop growth. The episode wraps up with considerations on seed rates and the benefits of strategic planning for future planting seasons. We would like to acknowledge that much of the work discussed on the podcast is the result of joint investment across a number of projects by DPIRD and GRDC.  00:00 Introduction and Recap of Part One 00:28 Agronomy After Amelioration 00:50 Crop Establishment Strategies 03:17 Seeding Techniques and Equipment 05:12 Long Coleoptile Wheat Benefits 08:04 Challenges and Solutions in Crop Establishment 10:09 Conclusion and Future Insights This podcast was brought to you but the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund project ‘Extension and Adoption of Drought Farming Practices' and ‘De-risking the seeding program - Adoption of key management practices for the success of dry early sown crops'.Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Humans of Agriculture, Richie Kirkland shares his love of popping off on the buggies, hunting rabbits, and enjoying the life afforded as a farm boy in South Australia. His father showed him how to shear and he quickly realized how wool spun into a nice chunk of change for his teen years. Life in the business has had its highs and lows and he's realized the importance of a forward mindset in the industry. By focusing on sustainability, innovations, and engaging with the community, Richie believes storytelling and sharing thoughtful perspectives will lead to a more resilient wool sector.Takeaways:Understanding the shifts over the decades in the shearing business shows pivotal moments of what direction the industry has taken.Sustainability and Environmental Practices are important to ensure long-term productivity and environmental health.Technology and innovation in modern farming will help to meet industry demands and address challenges.Community, collaboration, and storytelling foster resilience within agricultural communities.Resilience and adaptation during tough seasons are essential for navigating the agriculture sector.Support and training for agricultural workers and those new to the industry is crucial in the future of the industry.LivestockSA Partnership:Today's episode is part of our partnership with Livestock SA's AgRi-Silience program, designed to improve strategic planning and long-term resilience for forward-looking South Australian livestock and broadacre enterprises.Participants of the program get one-on-one coaching, tailored advice from a consultant and get the chance to meet a network of other farmers enabling long term strategic planning to sustain your business into the future.Funded by the Australian Government and the Government of South Australia as part of the Future Drought Fund's Farm Business Resilience Program, AgRi-Silience has already helped over 1000 South Australian farmers build financial literacy, confidence in decision-making, and essential resilience skills.You can secure your place and take the next step towards a more resilient future by visiting the AgRi-Silience page on the Livestock SA website www.livestocksa.org.au.

In this episode of the Humans of Agriculture podcast, host Oli Le Lievre explores the multifaceted operations of a South Australian farm with Alex McGorman. The conversation delves into the history of the farm, the evolution of farming practices, the importance of relationships in agriculture, and the role of family boards and external support in business growth. Alex shares insights on transitioning from a traditional farming mindset to a more business-oriented approach, emphasizing the significance of consistency, adaptability, and good people in achieving success in the agricultural industry.Takeaways:The importance of relationships in agriculture cannot be overstated.Consistency in operations leads to long-term success.Transitioning to a business mindset is crucial for growth.Family boards can provide valuable external support.Good people are the backbone of any successful operation.Adaptability is key in the face of changing market conditions.Farming is a trust-based industry that relies on integrity.External advice can help navigate complex business challenges.Investing in branding and marketing is essential for growth.There are numerous opportunities in agriculture for those willing to innovate.LivestockSA Partnership:Today's episode is part of our partnership with Livestock SA's AgRi-Silience program, designed to improve strategic planning and long-term resilience for forward-looking South Australian livestock and broadacre enterprises.Participants of the program get one-on-one coaching, tailored advice from a consultant and get the chance to meet a network of other farmers enabling long term strategic planning to sustain your business into the future.Funded by the Australian Government and the Government of South Australia as part of the Future Drought Fund's Farm Business Resilience Program, AgRi-Silience has already helped over 1000 South Australian farmers build financial literacy, confidence in decision-making, and essential resilience skills.You can secure your place and take the next step towards a more resilient future by visiting the AgRi-Silience page on the Livestock SA website www.livestocksa.org.au.

Jenny Stanton wears multiple hats as a farmer, agronomist, netball coach, and community leader on Kangaroo Island (KI). She shares her story of resilience, having survived the devastating 2020 bushfires, which wiped out livestock and infrastructure, and how her family rebuilt both their farm and their lives. Jenny discusses the journey of running a family farm, including succession planning and the balancing act of managing daily operations, community roles, and personal well-being.We dive into topics such as:How her family navigated succession planning after the fires.The importance of community and their "Fat Farmers" initiative to improve physical and mental health.Jenny's passion for soil health, sustainable farming practices, and the challenges of finding natural solutions to pest problems.The role of Farm Owners Academy and the Australian Rural Leadership Program in shaping their business and personal growth.LivestockSA Partnership:Today's episode is part of our partnership with Livestock SA's AgRi-Silience program, designed to improve strategic planning and long-term resilience for forward-looking South Australian livestock and broadacre enterprises.Participants of the program get one-on-one coaching, tailored advice from a consultant and get the chance to meet a network of other farmers enabling long term strategic planning to sustain your business into the future.Funded by the Australian Government and the Government of South Australia as part of the Future Drought Fund's Farm Business Resilience Program, AgRi-Silience has already helped over 1000 South Australian farmers build financial literacy, confidence in decision-making, and essential resilience skills.You can secure your place and take the next step towards a more resilient future by visiting the AgRi-Silience page on the Livestock SA website www.livestocksa.org.au.

Join Tanja Morgan and consultant Chris McDonough as they discuss the critical issue of dry saline land exacerbated by drought. Learn about the new Dry Saline Land Decision Tree tool, designed to help farmers and advisors with practical strategies to prevent land degradation. Tune in to understand how to maintain soil health and crop productivity despite challenging conditions. 00:00 Introduction to Dry Saline Land Issues 00:36 Introducing the Dry Saline Land Decision Tree 01:05 Insights from the Field with Chris McDonough 01:57 Current Paddock Conditions and Challenges 04:17 Strategies for Managing Dry Saline Land 06:33 Resources and Tools for Farmers 07:27 Conclusion and Further Resources To access the Dry Saline Land Decision Tree click here To access the Mallee Seeps Decision Tree click here This project "Building resilience to drought with landscape scale remediation of saline land" was funded through the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund and in collaboration with project partners Insight Extension for Agriculture, Ag Innovation and Research Eyre Peninsula (AIR EP), Northern Sustainable Soils (NSS), PIRSA/ SARDI and Frontier Farming Systems. Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Schied has been a business advisor for more than the last 25 years. Across his career he's learnt a few things about what it takes for family business and farming businesses to succeed.A few things we chat about:- Family boards are essential in agriculture for effective strategy, governance, risk management, and succession planning.- Family boards should meet at least twice a year, with an annual general meeting to review past performance and plan for the future.- Non-returning family members and external advisors should be involved in family board meetings.- Emotion should not be removed from decision-making in family businesses, as it plays a role in succession planning and understanding the purpose of the business.LivestockSA Partnership:Today's episode is part of our partnership with Livestock SA's AgRi-Silience program, designed to improve strategic planning and long-term resilience for forward-looking South Australian livestock and broadacre enterprises.Participants of the program get one-on-one coaching, tailored advice from a consultant and get the chance to meet a network of other farmers enabling long term strategic planning to sustain your business into the future.Funded by the Australian Government and the Government of South Australia as part of the Future Drought Fund's Farm Business Resilience Program, AgRi-Silience has already helped over 1000 South Australian farmers build financial literacy, confidence in decision-making, and essential resilience skills.You can secure your place and take the next step towards a more resilient future by visiting the AgRi-Silience page on the Livestock SA website www.livestocksa.org.au.

Kate Gunn, is a clinical psychologist and founder of iFarmWell, in this episode she discusses the importance of mental health and wellbeing in the agriculture industry. She shares her journey of researching farmers' mental health and the need for support in rural communities. Kate explains how iFarmWell was created to provide accessible and farmer-focused resources for improving mental health. She emphasizes the significance of addressing mental health in the workplace and the benefits of having a team with good wellbeing. Kate also provides tips for seeking help and supporting others in rural communities.LivestockSA Partnership:Today's episode is part of our partnership with Livestock SA's AgRi-Silience program, designed to improve strategic planning and long-term resilience for forward-looking South Australian livestock and broadacre enterprises.Participants of the program get one-on-one coaching, tailored advice from a consultant and get the chance to meet a network of other farmers enabling long term strategic planning to sustain your business into the future.Funded by the Australian Government and the Government of South Australia as part of the Future Drought Fund's Farm Business Resilience Program, AgRi-Silience has already helped over 1000 South Australian farmers build financial literacy, confidence in decision-making, and essential resilience skills.You can secure your place and take the next step towards a more resilient future by visiting the AgRi-Silience page on the Livestock SA website www.livestocksa.org.au.

A new report suggests communities are becoming more resilient to drought.  The Foundation of Rural and Regional Renewal has released it's mid-term evaluation for the Helping Regional Communities prepare for drought initiative, which is run through the federal government's Future Drought Fund.  It has found agriculture dependent communities are becoming more socially resilient to the impacts of drought.  Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke Disaster Recovery lead Nina O'Brien about the report.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darren Thomas is the CEO of Thomas Foods International and in this episode we chat about his journey, the family business, and how they've not just made the most of opportunities they've overcome huge adversity.  From growing into new international markets, supporting local communities, the business is proud of its heritage and excited for the future.TakeawaysBeing present and connected with employees and customers is crucial for success in the agricultural industry.South Australia offers unique advantages for businesses, such as access to owners and CEOs and affordability.Strategic acquisitions and expansion into processing have been key factors in the growth of Thomas Foods International.Teamwork, continuous learning, and a clear vision are essential for achieving success in the industry. The major fire at the TFI meat processing plant in Murray Bridge was a significant challenge, but there were no injuries or loss of life.The rebuilding process was a huge undertaking, but TFI was able to mitigate losses and quickly get back to production.TFI has diversified its business into seafood, cooked meats, and pet food, allowing for the extraction of maximum value from the carcass.Sustainability and innovation are important focus areas for TFI, including investments in environmental awareness, cyber security, and financial reporting.A sustainable price for farmers is crucial for the long-term viability of the agricultural industry.LivestockSA Partnership:Today's episode is part of our partnership with Livestock SA's AgRi-Silience program, designed to improve strategic planning and long-term resilience for forward-looking South Australian livestock and broadacre enterprises.Participants of the program get one-on-one coaching, tailored advice from a consultant and get the chance to meet a network of other farmers enabling long term strategic planning to sustain your business into the future. Funded by the Australian Government and the Government of South Australia as part of the Future Drought Fund's Farm Business Resilience Program, AgRi-Silience has already helped over 1000 South Australian farmers build financial literacy, confidence in decision-making, and essential resilience skills. You can secure your place and take the next step towards a more resilient future by visiting the AgRi-Silience page on the Livestock SA website www.livestocksa.org.au.

In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, Chris McDonough talks with Philip Johns about the ongoing issues of dry saline land in Australian agriculture. Philip shares his 40 years of experience in managing such land by maintaining cover, using more salt-tolerant crops, and managing livestock effectively. Philip highlights the importance of cover, the challenges of maintaining it, and practical strategies such as using Dorper sheep and avoiding set stock grazing. He also discusses using bush paddocks for livestock during drought years and emphasises the importance of leaving stubble and straw on the land. The episode concludes with Philip expressing hope for finding more practical solutions through ongoing project and trial work supported by the Australian government's Future Drought Fund. 00:00 Introduction to MSF Farm Talk Podcast 00:44 Discussing Dry Saline Land with Philip Johns 01:42 Strategies for Managing Livestock 02:50 Stubble and Straw Management Techniques 03:59 Concluding Thoughts and Future Solutions 04:26 Project Funding and Podcast Outro For more info  This project building resilience to drought with landscape scale remediation of sale on land was brought to you through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, Tanja Morgan discusses recent field day events, focusing on various soil amelioration treatments observed at Jock McNeil's paddock at Paruna. Chris McDonough and Tanja take a walk describing the effects observed from the different techniques such as deep ripping, inversion plowing, and spading, analysing their impacts on soil profiles, root growth, crop health, and weed management. Local farmers and consultants like Bernie Lehman, Jeff Braun, and Skeet Lawson share their experiences and preferences for optimal soil management practices. The episode also highlights the need for addressing soil acidity and the importance of ongoing trials to improve crop yields in challenging dry conditions. 00:00 Introduction and Event Overview 00:30 Soil Amelioration Trials at Jock McNeil's 02:34 Deep Ripping Treatment Insights 03:56 Inversion Plough Treatment Success 06:56 Horsch Tiger and Spading Treatments 09:02 Farmers' Opinions on Soil Treatments 09:58 Consultant Jeff Braun's Analysis 13:55 Reflections and Future Events 17:01 Conclusion and Acknowledgements The Browns Well Crop walk was funded through the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund and the GRDC RiskWi$e project.  To view the MSF Field Day Calendar or book into MSF events click hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Farm Talk Podcast, part of the Future Drought Fund Project, consultants Chris McDonough and farmer Bruce Heddle from Minnipa discuss an innovative method to manage saline soils using chaff heaps as mulch. They explore how spreading chaff has promoted crop growth in previously barren areas, detailing the practicalities and economic feasibility of this approach. Bruce shares his success and insights from applying up to 25 tonnes of chaff per hectare, leading to significant improvements in crop establishment and soil cover. The conversation also touches upon grazing management strategies to maintain soil health. 00:00 Introduction to Farm Talk Podcast 00:56 Meet Bruce Heddle: Farming at Minnipa 01:30 Innovative Chaff Heap Strategy 02:19 Economic and Practical Insights 03:35 Grazing Management and Final Thoughts For more info on the Future Drought Fund project 'Building resilience to drought with landscape scale remediation of saline land' click hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the MSF Talk podcast, stemming from the Future Drought Fund Project, hosts delve into innovative solutions for re-establishing vegetation on dry saline soils. Featuring insights from farmer Tristan Baldock of Buckleboo and consultant Chris McDonough, the discussion focuses on using sand mulch as a transformative strategy. Despite the significant logistical challenges, the method shows promise in improving soil health and crop productivity. Tune in to explore practical strategies and the economic implications of sand application on challenging landscapes. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Topic 01:08 Interview with Tristan Baldock: Farming System Overview 01:55 Exploring Sand Mulch Application 02:27 Logistical Challenges and Practicality 03:54 Benefits of Sand Mulch and Future Outlook 05:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts For more information on the Future Drought Fund project 'Building resilience to drought with landscape scale remediation of saline land', click hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, Nick Paltridge and Rick Llewellyn from CSIRO discuss the revolutionary concept of fence-free farming through virtual fencing technology. They explore recent trials and successful sheep management at Lameroo, along with the broader implications for cattle farming. The conversation highlights the potential benefits of virtual fencing, including enhanced ground cover management, improved feed efficiency, and significant environmental advantages such as protecting riparian zones. Despite the current focus on cattle, there is promising research into adapting these technologies for sheep. Rick explains the progress made, challenges faced, and future prospects of virtual fencing in agriculture. 00:00 Introduction to Fence-Free Farming 00:17 Welcome to MSF Farm Talk Podcast 00:26 Revolutionary Concept of Virtual Fencing 00:31 Exciting Developments in Virtual Fencing Technology 00:40 Insights from Recent Trials 00:54 Potential Future of Virtual Fencing 01:17 Interview with Rick Llewellyn 01:30 CSIRO's Work on Virtual Fencing 01:54 Challenges and Progress in Sheep Management 02:58 Commercial Development and Environmental Benefits 05:14 Technological Developments for Sheep 06:03 Conclusion and Future Prospects This podcast was developed as part of the "Developing robust ground cover to enable resilience in low rainfall mixed farms" project through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund. For more info visit the Robust Groundcover project pageSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Tim Smythe from Mallee Sustainable Farming and Jack Desbiolles from the University of South Australia's Agriculture, Machinery, Research and Design Centre discuss their pioneering work on strip amelioration. This technique involves alternating strips of ameliorated soil and undisturbed standing stubble, offering a flexible, erosion-reducing solution for high-risk crops like pulses in the Mallee. They delve into the machinery developed for this process and its impact on erosion control and crop yields, sharing insights from trials and future pathways for broad adoption. 00:00 Introduction to Strip Amelioration 00:55 Meet the Experts: Tim Smythe and Jack Desbiolles 01:11 Machinery Innovations for Strip Amelioration 03:42 Field Trials and Results 08:15 Challenges and Future Directions 13:29 Pathway to Adoption and Future Research 19:01 Conclusion and Acknowledgements This podcast has been brought to you as part of the ‘Developing robust ground cover to enable resilience in low rainfall mixed farms' project through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund. For more info click hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, host Tanja Morgan discusses the potential of long coleoptile varieties with Terese McBeath from CSIRO and Andrew Ware, Research Agronomist with EPAG Research. The conversation covers recent research findings from trials in the Mallee and Eyre Peninsula regions, focusing on soil types, seeding strategies, and optimizing conditions for long coleoptile varieties. Tune in to learn how this technology could enhance your farming system, improve emergence outcomes, and stay ahead with the latest agricultural innovations. 00:00 Introduction to MSF Farm Talk Podcast 00:14 Exploring Long Coleoptile Varieties 00:57 Research Findings from Trial Sites 02:17 Soil Type and Seeding Strategies 04:47 Seeding Setup and Fertilizer Placement 05:50 Current Trials and Observations 07:21 Grower Experiences and Future Prospects 11:13 Conclusion and Further Information This podcast has been brought to you as part of the ‘Developing robust ground cover to enable resilience in low rainfall mixed farms' project through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund. We would also like to acknowledge the GRDC project "Integrating long coleoptile wheat into Australian farming systems through an integrated understanding of genetics, management and environment" For more info click hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we revisit a webinar featuring top experts discussing how to manage crops and weeds during a dry start to the season. Join Dr. Chris Preston, Professor of weed management at Adelaide University, as he sheds light on effective strategies for controlling grass weeds, the importance of pre-emergent herbicides, and handling herbicide resistance. 00:25 Expert Insights on Weed Management 00:45 Dr. Chris Preston's Key Considerations 01:54 Challenges and Strategies for Weed Control 06:32 Herbicide Resistance and Management in the Millewa 12:47 Herbicide Strategies for Legume Crops 14:07 Tank Mixes and Moisture Requirements 16:08 Implications of Crop Sequences 19:27 Grass Weed Behaviour and Future Management 21:32 Conclusion and Future Steps To watch the webinar in it's entirety click here The 'Building drought resilience of vulnerable soils in low rainfall cropping ad grazing systems' project is supported by the Mallee Catchment Management Authority through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund. Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the MSF Farm Talk podcast, we revisit discussions from the MSF Big Ag Day Out events held earlier this year. The focus is on the advancements in long coleoptile wheat and its impact on farming systems. Long coleoptiles are an emerging technology aimed to improve the ability to establish crops on time under drying autumn soil surface conditions, like the 2024 season. Mallee sands are well suited where summer fallow rainfall is enough to create a deeper sowing opportunity.  Therese McBeath, CSIRO, and Nick Paltridge, MSF, discuss various projects and experiments that highlight the benefits of deep sowing, especially in the Mallee region. With insights into the integration of long coleoptile varieties in erodible soils and scenarios involving moisture below the surface, the conversation also explores the potential for other crop types. Tune in to learn about the current trials and future prospects in Mallee farming systems. 00:00 Introduction to MSF Farm Talk Podcast 00:18 Advancements in Long Coleoptile Wheat 00:42 Field Applications and Benefits 01:51 Deep Sowing and Soil Conditions 02:51 Future Developments and Trials 04:23 Conclusion and Future Plans 04:54 Podcast Closing Remarks For more info visit the MSF website here This podcast has been developed with funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.  Long coleoptile trials in the Mallee have been conducted as part of the Future Drought Fund project "Developing robust ground cover to enable resilience in low rainfall mixed farms" and the GRDC Long Coleoptile Research investment CSP2212-007RTX. Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this podcast episode, results from Anthony Rowe's vari-rate and sowing time demonstration in Millewa are discussed. Pete Treloar and Anthony Rowe talk about the outcomes presented to the Millewa agronomy group, focusing on the benefits of increasing seeding rates on sandhills for crop yield and ground cover, and the mixed results on different soils. Despite the underwhelming response to reduced rates on heavy soils, the importance of seed over fertilizer was highlighted. The discussion also explores the role of phosphorus in vari-rate fertilization, the prospects of further optimization in seeding and fertilization strategies, and the usage of EM38 mapping for soil analysis. Anthony mentions a sowing time trial showing significantly better yield for crops sown earlier, reinforcing the value of early and optimal sowing times. The project, supported by the Mallee Catchment Management Authority through the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund, underscores advancements in agricultural practices aimed at bolstering profitability and sustainability in the face of drought. 00:00 Introduction to the Millewa Agronomy Group's Findings00:39 Unpacking the Results: Seeding Rates and Soil Types01:39 Exploring Nutrient Prioritization and Future Steps02:58 VRT Adoption and the Role of EM38 Mapping04:17 Sowing Time Trials: Early vs. Late Planting05:30 Concluding Remarks and AcknowledgementsSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The country's first ever drought resilience initiative is being launched to better prepare framers and landholders for tough conditions.  Beanstalk AgTech, partnered with the Federal Government created The Drought Venture Studio invested from the Future Drought Fund.  The 10-million dollar investment aims to drought-proof Australian agriculture.  Director Cal Archibald spoke with rural reporter Georgia Kondek on how this program can help Australia lead the world in drought resilience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is the influence of sowing time on wheat yields in the Mallee region? Tune in to this podcast to hear how variable rate technology can enhance crop performance. Join Nick Paltridge from Mallee Sustainable Farming as he engages in a down to earth conversation in the field with Millewa farmer Anthony Rowe, agronomist Peter Baird, and SARDI Soilborne Diseases researcher Blake Gontar. Learn about the demonstrations taking place on Anthony's farm, delve into the world of crop disease management and risk mitigation, and gain insights into the 2023 season. This project is supported by the Mallee Catchment Management Authority through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund. Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover the impact of Variable Rate Technology on cereal cropping in the Millewa in the latest MSF Farmtalk podcast. Join us as we dive into Andy Marwood's experience implementing seeding rate test strips at Carwarp this year. Gain valuable insights from local agronomist Peter Baird and SARDI Soilborne diseases researcher Blake Gonter as they share their perspectives on the current season and reveal the top seed and fertilizer inputs for success. This project is supported by the Mallee Catchment Management Authority, through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's just about a wrap for our Better Business Series! This Part 2 episode with Ed Bradley & Bea Litchfield from Hazeldean will round out the series. If you haven't already, go back and listen to all of our previous incredible guests: Mitchell Highett, Grace Brennan and Phil Cloros. In this episode, we continue our conversation with Bea and Ed, discussing their innovative approach to running a family business. Ed shares his experience transitioning into a family business, and they both emphasise the importance of onboarding and building a strong team.They talk about hiring practices, the value of culture and attitude in the workplace, and the benefits of engaging with tech-savvy young talent through internships. Bea and Ed's commitment to embracing innovation while honouring their family legacy shines through in their approach to business management.Thanks for tuning in to the Better Business Series!This episode of The Better Business podcast is supported by the Farm Business Resilience Program through the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund and the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries.

Our Better Business Series is coming to a close with final guests Ed Bradley & Bea Litchfield from Hazeldean. In Part One, we delve into the history of Hazeldean, a long-standing agricultural enterprise founded in 1865. Bea and Ed provide insights into their unique backgrounds and how they have each established themselves within the business. Family succession is a central theme, and the duo discusses their experiences and strategies in managing this transition.Board meetings play a crucial role in shaping Hazeldean's direction and effective communication is key to their success. They share their methods for keeping the team informed, from shared calendars to group messaging. Daily team meetings, monthly manager gatherings, and private planning sessions ensure alignment and efficiency.This episode of The Better Business podcast is supported by the Farm Business Resilience Program through the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund and the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries.

Welcome to episode six of the Better Business series and our second with Phil Cloros from Mongrel Boots. In the first part of our chat, we explored Phil's background and his perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing the family business, especially in the context of generational differences and workforce challenges. In this second part, we delve deeper into how Phil manages communication within the family business, the role of the next generation, and the importance of modernising their approach to stay relevant in the market.This episode of The Better Business podcast is supported by the Farm Business Resilience Program through the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund and the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries.

We're half way through the Better Business Series! Here is episode five with Phil Cloris from Mongrel Boots as our guest. In this episode, we dive into Phil's journey with Mongrel Boots, a fifth-generation Australian shoe business founded in 1930. We explore how Phil, alongside his family members, has worked to maintain the family values and ethos while also bringing in non-family employees on their journey. Phil shares insights into navigating generational shifts and the importance of balancing craftsmanship with modernity.The craft of boot-making is becoming less and less common. Phil discusses the challenges in finding skilled labour, how they've adapted to ensure the quality of their boots remains top-notch and how their branding has evolved.  This conversation provides insights into family businesses, the evolving landscape of manufacturing in Australia, and the dedication to producing Australian-made goods. Stay tuned for our next episode with Phil being released next week! This episode of The Better Business podcast is supported by the Farm Business Resilience Program through the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund and the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries.

Welcome to Episode 4 of the Better Business series and our second with Grace Brennan, Founder and CEO of Buy From The Bush. Your host, Oli Le Lievre and Grace discuss various aspects of Grace's journey in building and growing her impactful business. Grace shares insights about the role of vulnerability, utilising outsourcing, the importance of admitting what you don't know, and asking questions. She also highlights the significance of building a team of individuals with shared instincts and skills. Grace talks about the lessons she learned from her husband's experience in farming, problem-solving, and adapting in the agriculture sector, "He's taught me to believe that even if you fail, your decision wasn't wrong because you made that decision. He really believes in his capacity to make the right decision at the time." - GraceThis episode of The Better Business podcast is supported by the Farm Business Resilience Program through the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund and the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries.

Welcome to Episode 3 of the Better Business series and our first with powerhouse, Grace Brennan, Founder and CEO of Buy From The Bush. Your host, Oli Le Lievre, and Grace cover everything from her upbringing in Sydney, to falling in love and moving out to 'the bush', all the way to establishing Buy From The Bush. And if you are familiar with Buy From The Bush, you would know just how quickly it escalated in Australia. For Grace, her connection to the bush started when she travelled out to her High School sweethearts family farm, "Jack's [Grace's now husband] dad was kind of inspired in the sense that he really believed in involving me in some of the business and asked him my opinion. And I remember even when I was a 16 year old visiting the farm, he'd say, 'Now I've got this problem, what do you reckon about it?' And that was his way, he was a natural teacher. And he was interested and curious and asked a lot of questions of me. So I think I was very lucky in that way. And I did, I suppose, offer something unique." - GraceThis episode of The Better Business podcast is supported by the Farm Business Resilience Program through the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund and the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries.

Welcome to Episode 2 of the Better Business series! In this episode, we return with Mitch from Bullseye Ag. If you missed the first episode, make sure you go back and give it a listen. This time, we continue to learn from Mitch and his experience in building a business, which sometimes meant removing himself from the business, "So that if this fell apart, the whole business wasn't going to fall apart." Mitch shares the lessons he's learned and things he would perhaps do differently if he had his time again... "So that would be my big thing is that don't be afraid of the risk. But make sure you go in there knowing that there is one and how to mitigate it as much as possible." - MitchStay tuned for the next episode, where we'll be sitting down with Grace Brennan, the powerhouse behind Buy from the Bush, a business that has made a huge impact on rural Australia.This episode of The Better Business podcast is supported by the Farm Business Resilience Program through the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund and the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries.

Welcome to Episode 1 of the Better Business series! In this episode, Oli dives into the journey of Mitch Highett, the Managing Director and Founder of Bullseye Ag. Mitch's story is a mix of farm life around the world and working in major ag companies. Bullseye Ag offers farm management and consultancy services. But it's not just about that – it's a story of growing the team and taking them on a journey, fostering autonomy, and staying transparent."And this is why I've got gray hairs coming up every day, is because that part is the only part that actually matters, is just being honest with how the business is going. Are you happy with it? Are they happy with it? Can we be doing something better?" - MitchCome back next week to hear more from Mitch! This episode of The Better Business podcast is supported by the Farm Business Resilience Program through the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund and the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries.

In this episode, Ian Thomas from the Bureau of Meteorology explains “My Climate View” - an online service which allows vineyard managers to see long term projections of relevant key indices for anywhere in Australia. ‘My Climate View' is a collaboration between the CSIRO and the Bureau of Meteorology, as part of the Climate Services for Agriculture program funded by the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund. This ASVO podcast is funded with support from Wine Australia. 

There are many farms across the Mallee that have salt scalds form in their cropping paddocks, usually at the bottom of a sandhill. This forage shrub podcast looks into the way that Blue Wyatt has used his stand of saltbush to fix a salt scald area. If Blue's experience is anything to go by, the degraded land can be reclaimed quite simply with the shrubs and provide a useful source of sheep feed at the same time. In this second podcast, Nick chats with Blue on his farm at Murrayville.  This project is supported by the Mallee Catchment Management Authority through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.  For more information click here Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this third podcast in our shrubs series, we hear from mixed farmer and forage shrub veteran John Arentz. Over the past two decades, John has learned some valuable lessons on how to keep shrubs at grazing height and how to manage stands so that productive pasture can be grown in amongst the shrubs. John reckons the shrubs pasture stand makes it a lot easier to run stock in the Mallee and has turned an eye sore into an asset, his story is well worth a listen. This project is supported by the Mallee Catchment Management Authority through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.  For more information click hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the fourth and final of the Forage Shrubs podcast series, Nick, Tanja and Daniel  'shoot the breeze' about the lessons learned from growing fodder shrubs over many years in the Mallee. We chat about the experiences shared by Mallee farmers and summarise the critical success factors. Thanks to Daniel Schuppan, Nutrien Livestock Production Specialist for his expertise on the subject, and for sharing his insights with us. This project is supported by the Mallee Catchment Management Authority through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.  For more information click hereSupport the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ian and Elizabeth McNabb have over thirty years' experience with different types of forageshrub, established by both direct seeding and planting tube-stock. They've worked out which species survive best and regenerate, and currently have around 800 acres of mostly Old Man Saltbush on heavier, salt-affected land. This stand has helped reduce the spread of saline land on their property. It also provides valuable extra feed, allowing the McNabb's to lamb their SAMM ewes down three times every two years. Grazing with cattle as well as sheep has prevented shrubs from getting too tall. Importantly, the extensive area of Saltbush meant the McNabbs could keep their stock through most of the drought of 2017-2020, improving the drought resilience of their business. This project is supported by the Mallee Catchment Management Authority through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.  Download transcript Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As part of FarmFEST '23 and thanks to the SA Drought Hub we tackle the topic of getting set up for VRT on farm. Joined by PA tech expert Peter Treloar and Research Agronomist specialising in nutrition Sean Mason we get straight to the point with how to start making maps and creating zones on farm, and you don't need all the flash machinery, anyone can do it! We also tackle questions such as: how much data do I need and how many zones? what am I going to measure? what could go wrong?  and more This project will be ongoing in the SA Mallee so stay tuned for more episodes with Peter and Sean in 2023.  “This project is supported by the SA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.”Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode Amanda Scott, from the Regenerative Ag Alliance and Farming Together program at Southern Cross University, talks to Amy Wright, the regional agriculture landcare facilitator at AirEp and part host of this podcast, about how this podcast came about and what they learned along the way.This project is supported by FRRR, through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Throughout this special series on kangaroo management, we've unpacked a range of issues around this wicked challenge. From landowners, conservation groups and the indigenous community to wildlife advocates, industry and the general public, everyone has a different view and story to tell. With focuses varying from economics to morals to conservation issues, it can be challenging to find common ground. In this episode, we'll hear from an ecologist, the industry and the government about some new strategic initiatives that aim to give a voice to these diverse groups. We'll see how education, consultation and innovation can be part of the solution. Tune in to hear how a predictive tool for kangaroo populations and new adaptive approaches could help advance kangaroo management in Australia. Guests featured in this episode include: Fiona Garland, Team Leader - Kangaroo Management, Western Local Land Services Dr John Read, Ecologist and Author- johnlread.com Dennis King, Executive Officer, Kangaroo Industry Association of Australia Terry Brill , Senior Team Leader Kangaroo Management Program NSW Government Other useful resources Improving Kangaroo Management; A Joint Statement - https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/emr.12467 Kangaroo Management Taskforce website has several resources including links to a wide range of published research on kangaroos kangaroomanagementtaskforce.com.au/literature/ Kangaroo Management Taskforce Facebook page - facebook.com/kangarootaskforce The Pastoral Poddy is brought to you by Western Local Land Services and the kangaroo series is supported through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.

Today we speak to Tristan Baldock, a fourth-generation farmer from Buckleboo on upper Eyre Peninsula. Tristan speaks about his journey from university graduate to agronomist and now farmer owner of Karinya Ag. Working as an agronomist ‘out of his patch' exposed Tristan to a broad variety of agricultural practices on the Eyre Peninsula, which he sees as an invaluable time in his career, especially when it came time to return home. At first returning to the farm with his wife as employees, then later becoming a part of the business, has allowed Tristan to grow into the role of decision maker, working with his parents as well as working closely with their private consultant and agronomist.Tristan gives us insights into hosting trials on his property with researchers, how he became involved with the industry group Grain Growers, as well as his advice to emerging young people in agriculture. This project is supported by FRRR, through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on EPAgChats Dan Bergmann, a young farmer from a property near Ceduna on the Far West Coast of South Australia, chats to Peter Kuhlmann, a third-generation farmer and well-known advocate and early adopter for broadacre agriculture in South Australia. Peter has held positions on a number of industry boards, is a graduate of the Australian Rural Leadership Program, and a former winner of the Australian ‘Farmer of the Year' award. Peter's family has been on the property at Mudamuckla in the state's far west since 1911. Peter speaks about his time on the soil board and EPARF (Eyre Peninsula Agricultural Research Foundation) on which served 13 years, some of that as chairperson. As well as other numerous positions he has held.Dan delves into Peter's journey and how it has shaped his farming practices and business to how it is run today. Peter's unique situation of farming from his home office in Adelaide has brought with it opportunities to be able to be involved on industry boards and the ability to take a step back from the farm and view things from a different perspective. To learn more about AIR EP visit our website and sign up to the newsletter, follow us on Facebook or TwitterThis project is supported by FRRR, through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kangaroos have a cultural and spiritual significance for Aboriginal people, being a totem for some and a source of food and clothing for many. Tune in to learn about the diversity of views that Aboriginal people have about kangaroo management. When caring for country, they use a holistic, sustainable approach. There are still challenges, as traditional methods can sometimes clash with legislation. In this episode, we'll talk to indigenous community members about what kangaroo harvesting means to them and some of the challenges they face. Join us to hear some ideas of how the industry and government can help improve community access and involvement through the use of cultural tags as well as providing work opportunities for indigenous people. Guests featured in this episode include: Joshua Clarke, Land Services Officer, Aboriginal Communities, Western Local Land Services Lawrence Clarke, community elder and Chair of the Western Local Land Services Aboriginal Community Advisory Group Garry Trindall, indigenous professional kangaroo harvester Dennis King, Executive Officer, Kangaroo Industry Association of Australia Other useful resources The Kangaroo Management Taskforce website has several resources including several films made with Aboriginal communities Kangaroos as a Food Source video - https://youtu.be/EOt3lvpTEaI Our Country Our Food - https://youtu.be/HBZ2ak8w7Kw Mark Olive cooks kangaroo at the national symposium - facebook.com/kangarootaskforce/videos/541806303049059/ Kangaroo Management Taskforce Facebook page - facebook.com/kangarootaskforce The Pastoral Poddy is brought to you by Western Local Land Services and this the kangaroo series is supported through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.

Andrew Baldock is a farmer from Kimba on the Eastern Eyre Peninsula. His path to farming is dissimilar to many, gaining a trade in the big smoke before returning to Kimba. He speaks about their farm business Tola Ag, what it is like being one component of a dynamic family farming business, and how he and his family navigate working together. We also explore Andrew's time as a Nuffield scholar and the opportunities that have arisen from his experiences. This project is supported by FRRR, through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we hear from Lochie Siegert and David Giddings. Lochie, a young farmer from Wangary on the lower Eyre Peninsula (EP) interviews David Giddings, an experienced farmer from Wanilla on the lower EP. David delves into how his farming career began and the role in which his father helped shape the scale of their farming business. Doubling their farming area since returning to the farm after tertiary study in 1994 has been a long but rewarding process with plenty of challenges thrown in. David refers to his time studying agriculture and other training opportunities that he has taken advantage of, and how important it is to be continually learning while still working and managing a farming business. Lochie asks about how David has combatted the complexities of farming non-wetting sandy duplex soils and how they have used amelioration to increase their productivity on these soils, while still running a livestock component to his business.To learn more about AIR EP visit our website and sign up to the newsletter, follow us on Facebook or TwitterThis project is supported by FRRR, through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Drought is a stressful time for any farmer trying to balance competing business, livestock and landscape demands. In this episode, we'll hear from a farmer about his experience living through the latest drought with unmanaged, overabundant kangaroos on his property. Kangaroos also struggle in drought with inevitable dehydration and starvation from lack of food and water. So what can be done about it? We'll hear from an animal welfare expert about the different ways kangaroos are managed on agricultural properties, the impact on animals and what the general public thinks. Join us to see how the use of new tools and how being proactive instead of reactive, will help both landholders and kangaroos in this challenging situation. Guests featured in this episode include: Leon Zanker – Pastoralist from Western NSW Dr. Trudy Sharp - Research Scientist, Vertebrate pest research unit, NSW DPI Dr. Steve McLeod - Manager Vertebrate Pest Research | Invasive Species Biosecurity Other useful resources The National Code of Practice for the Humane Shooting of Kangaroos and Wallabies for Commercial Purposes (the Code) https://www.agrifutures.com.au/product/national-code-of-practice-for-the-humane-shooting-of-kangaroos-and-wallabies-for-commercial-purposes The National Code of Practice for the Humane Shooting of Kangaroos and Wallabies for Non-Commercial Purposes https://www.dcceew.gov.au/environment/wildlife-trade/publications/national-code-practice-humane-shooting-kangaroos-and-wallabies-non-commercial The Kangaroo Management Taskforce website has several resources including a page on Animal Welfare https://kangaroomanagementtaskforce.com.au/animal-welfare/ KMT film launched in 2022 - A Million Dead Icons - https://youtu.be/HsWcYWiOrTM Kangaroo Management Taskforce Facebook page - facebook.com/kangarootaskforce Read Leon Zanker's story in Ecological Management and Restoration - https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/emr.12441 The Pastoral Poddy is brought to you by Western Local Land Services and the kangaroo series is supported through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.

Do you struggle with managing Total Grazing Pressure on your property, particularly from unmanaged animals? You're not alone. It can be overwhelming for many landowners in Western NSW to manage their livestock and deal with the challenges of other animals like goats and kangaroos. Kangaroo numbers can fluctuate very quickly across individual properties, uprooting and damaging plants and negatively impacting the land. But there's hope. Research is addressing this challenge, focusing on a positive outcome for both production and biodiversity. Join us in this episode as we talk to a farmer and see how he is better managing kangaroo numbers on his property using this new research. Guests featured in this episode include: Graham Turner – Pastoralist, western NSW Dr. Steve McLeod - Manager Vertebrate Pest Research, NSW Department of Primary Industries Trudie Atkinson - Technical Specialist Grazing Systems, NSW Department of Primary Industries Russell Grant, Rangeland Ecologist Other useful resources The Rangeland Journal: Managing Total Grazing Pressure in Australia's Southern Rangelands https://www.publish.csiro.au/RJ/issue/9641 The National Code of Practice for the Humane Shooting of Kangaroos and Wallabies for Commercial Purposes (the Code) https://www.agrifutures.com.au/product/national-code-of-practice-for-the-humane-shooting-of-kangaroos-and-wallabies-for-commercial-purposes The National Code of Practice for the Humane Shooting of Kangaroos and Wallabies for Non-Commercial Purposes https://www.dcceew.gov.au/environment/wildlife-trade/publications/national-code-practice-humane-shooting-kangaroos-and-wallabies-non-commercial The Kangaroo Management Taskforce website has several resources including Integrated Options for Kangaroo Management in the Western Region kangaroomanagementtaskforce.com.au/kangaroo-facts/best-practice-management/ Kangaroo Management Taskforce Facebook page - www.facebook.com/kangarootaskforce The Pastoral Poddy is brought to you by Western Local Land Services and the kangaroo series is supported through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund. Produced by Grow Love Project

Kangaroo management is a complicated, nationwide issue that involves many diverse stakeholders. From landholders to the kangaroo industry to animal welfare groups and everyone else in between, it impacts people across Australia. In this first episode, we'll talk to an ecologist and an academic to better understand the complex issues surrounding kangaroo management, including diverse approaches such as translocation, fertility control, culling and commercial harvesting. Want to learn about options on how to help improve the management of kangaroos and the environment in your neck of the woods? Tune in and hear from a researcher who's looking for solutions by developing a tool for land managers to forecast kangaroo numbers. Guests featured in this episode include: Dr John Read - Ecologist and author - johnlread.com Dr. Steve McLeod - Manager Vertebrate Pest Research, NSW Department of Primary Industries Dr Graham Coulson - Kangaroo Ecologist Other useful resources Special Issue of Ecological Management & Restoration: Optimum management of overabundant macropods - https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/14428903/2021/22/S1 Kangaroo management in NSW - https://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/Topics/Animals-and-plants/Wildlife-management/Kangaroo-management Kangaroo Management Taskforce website - kangaroomanagementtaskforce.com.au Kangaroo Management Taskforce Facebook page - www.facebook.com/kangarootaskforce Short film about the Future Drought Fund research project - https://youtu.be/6f6rBUTiTxE The Pastoral Poddy is brought to you by Western Local Land Services and the Kangaroo Series is supported through funding from the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.

In our latest podcast, special guest host Pru Cook, from Nine Creeks Consulting, catches up with Michael Moodie to discuss the hot topic of seeding successfully in a an area of the paddock that has had soil amelioration.  Michael discusses the potential pitfalls and highlights important steps to consider when seeding into ameliorated areas including tackling sinking, ensuring even crop establishment and what additional inputs that may be required.  For the latest info on soil amelioration and managing Mallee soils, jump on to the 'Managing Mallee Soils' Facebook discussion page where the topic of soil amelioration has been featured extensively as well as understanding soil constraints, soil testing and managing ground cover. The 'Managing Mallee Soils' group is supported by FRRR with funding through the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.  Support the show: https://msfp.org.au/about/membership/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This interview first aired on Tuesday the 20th of July, 2021 on ONE FM 98.5 Shepparton. One FM breakfast announcer Terri Cowley interviews the Chief Executive Matt Linnegar about the Australian Rural Leadership Foundation. The Australian Government's Future Drought Fund Drought Resilience Leaders Program is seeking people who are committed to the future of the Goulburn Valley Region to participate in the Drought Resilience Leaders Development Program. The ARLF has been appointed by the Australian Government, along with key partners, to deliver the Future Drought Fund's Drought Resilience Leaders Program – an initiative designed to strengthen the future of regional communities through capacity building and collaboration. Be part of a national network helping their communities to adapt and prepare for the future impacts of drought. Find out more: https://rural-leaders.org.au/.../drought-resilience-leaders/ or call (02) 6281 0680 Listen to Terri Cowley live on weekday mornings from 6am-9am. Contact the station on admin@fm985.com.au or (+613) 58313131 The ONE FM 98.5 Community Radio podcast page operates under the license of Goulburn Valley Community Radio Inc. (ONE FM) Number 1385226/1. PRA AMCOS (Australasian Performing Right Association Limited and Australasian Mechanical Copyright Owners Society) that covers Simulcasting and Online content including podcasts with musical content, that we pay every year. This licence number is 1385226/1.

The Future Drought Fund has been launched in Tasmania to help farmers with their preparations for the next big dry, and marginal agricultural land in southern Tasmania had been converted into a haven for the endangered swift parrot.

A Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub today has been launched at the University of Tasmania at the Sandy Bay Campus, and it's one of eight hubs to be established around the country through the Australian Government's $5 billion Future Drought Fund.

Welcome to Finance and Fury, the Say What Wednesday edition. This week the question comes from Justin. “Hi Louis  - I have been listening to your podcast for the last few months. I love all your work. I was just listening to Mondays episode of your review of the budget. And I had a question for you that maybe you could use on the podcast. The question is about the governments Future Fund and whether they could access this is a potential option as like a bail out for the current economic problems we are facing and into the future. Seeing as some of the fund is for medical research they now need it seems. For emergency help with fire, floods and a health pandemic. Also considering in the whole fund there is $212 billion in the fund. I would love to hear your thoughts on this." That’s from Justin – Brings up some great points – why wouldn’t the Government use the Future Fund to help boost the economy – one major reason for this – which we will run through today – Look at the future fund, what it is made up of, and what the true intention is - What is the future fund – The Future Fund – called Australia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund - is an independently managed sovereign wealth fund established in 2006 The statement is that it is to strengthen the Australian Government's long-term financial position – this is what they say anyway – but will come back to this later – The board of the Future Fund also manages another five public asset funds, giving it responsibility for investing A$205 billion on behalf of the Australian Government As at 31 December 2019 – The Future Fund component was valued at A$163 billion – a large chunk of the $290bn added to the budget could have been funded by this Purpose – The legislation establishing the Future Fund describes its main object as being 'to strengthen the Commonwealth's long-term financial position' This is why I don’t like politician or legislative speak – most people would think that this statement means to help Australia – it is the Australian Sovereign Wealth Fund after all – but the commonwealth is not you or me – it is the Government – and those officials within it as we will see shortly - While legislation permits withdrawals from the fund from 1 July 2020, the government indicated in 2017 it intends to allow the fund to continue to accumulate until at least 2026/27 before making withdrawals. The Investment Mandate for the Future Fund is to target a benchmark return of at least the Consumer Price Index + 4 to 5 per cent per annum over the long term, while taking an acceptable but not excessive level of risk   History – In 2004 – it was announced at the time by Treasurer, Peter Costello It is an Interesting concept – Governments invest funds - economists questioned whether the government could save money this way and likened it to saving one's own IOUs. The Future Fund Act 2006(Cth) received Royal Assent on 23 March 2006 – received original capital A$18 billion, derived from government surpluses as well as income from the sale of a third of Telstra in its ongoing privatisation, was deposited into the fund. 2007, the government transferred the Commonwealth's remaining 17% stake in Telstra, valued at A$8.9 billion, into the Fund. These contributions and transfers increased the Fund to over A$50 billion by the end of the 2006-2007 financial year. 2007 - it was revealed that the Chicago-based Northern Trust Corporation had won the tender process to manage the Fund. Rick Waddell, President and Chief Operating Officer of Northern Trust, indicated that Australian companies did not have the expertise to manage the Future Fund Northern Trust stood to collect A$30 million in annual fees – but more now - Controversy arose when it was realised that the Fund will be managed by a foreign bank with no base in Australia. How is the money managed – Investment decisions - The Board of Guardians is responsible for deciding how to invest the assets of each fund, in line with the legislation and the investment mandates and independently of the Australian Government. The Board of Guardians receives recommendations and advice from the management team and reviews, approves and oversees the investment strategy. There are a range of factors that contribute to our investment strategies, including the investment mandates, the purpose of the funds and the level of risk - “Our investment approach is based on one investment team working together for the benefit of the portfolio as a whole. We call this our ‘one team, one portfolio’ strategy.” Have the normal players involved in managing the money – lots on the list – State Street, Macquarie, BlockRock, etc. Asset allocation – So you have the Future Fund and then 5 other funds underneath this Originally it was just the future fund – but 5 additional funds now are managed by the board of the future fund – history: 2008 – it was announced that three new "Nation-Building Funds" would be created - also to be managed by the Future Fund Board. These included a $20 billion Building Australia Fund to invest in roads, rail, ports and broadband; $11 billion Education Investment Fund, which absorbed the $6 billion Higher Education Endowment Fund set up by the previous government; $10 billion Health and Hospital Fund. In that budget and the following 2009 federal budget, the Labor Rudd Government promised A$41 billion to create these new funds. 2013 - a DisabilityCare Australia Fund was established by the DisabilityCare Australia Fund Act 2013. The Fund will fund the National Disability Insurance Scheme and is also to be managed by the Future Fund Board. The Fund is to receive contributions from the increase in the medicare levy by 0.5% to a total of 2% from 1 July 2014. 2014 - announced its intention to establish the Medical Research Future Fund and the Asset Recycling Fund and to discontinue the Building Australia Fund, Education Investment Fund and Health and Hospitals Fund The Senate approved the establishment of the Medical Research Future Fund in August 2015, to be managed by the Future Fund, with interest generated going to medical research, beginning with $10 million in 2015, growing to $390m over the following three years A fair amount has changed over the years – but how it currently looks - six different public asset funds - where the Future Fund Board of Guardians is now investing over $212bn for the benefit of future generations of Australians – again – or so they say - You have the future fund itself – then The Future Fund Board is currently also responsible for five other Australian sovereign wealth funds Future Drought fund (was the Building Australia Fund) – which was an infrastructure fund to provide investment in infrastructure projects (including road, rail, ports and broadband) – created at 1 September using the $4bn that was in the Building Australia Fund Purpose - to support initiatives that enhance the drought resilience of Australian farms and communities The Future Drought Fund is in an initial transition phase while the Board develops a long-term investment strategy. From the conclusion of the transition period, the Investment Mandate for the Future Drought Fund requires the Board to target an average return, net of costs, of at least the Consumer Price Index plus 2.0% to 3.0% pa over the long term while taking an acceptable but not excessive level of risk. Emergency response Fund – Created in December 2019 with the $4bn of capital that was in the Education Investment Fund – this was a fund to provide capital investment in higher education and vocational education and training The government will issue the Board with the Emergency Response Fund’s investment mandate in due course. The Future Fund Board of Guardians will develop a long-term investment strategy for the Fund in line with its investment mandate – have to wait and see what they do now DisabilityCare Australia Fund – Stile around - A fund to contribute to the cost of the National Disability Insurance Scheme - valued at A$16.5 billion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Land and Sea Future Fund (ATSILS Fund) – A fund to enhance the Commonwealth's ability to make payments to the Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation. Established in February 2019 with a capital contribution of A$2 billion transferred from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Land Account. Medical Research Future Fund – A fund to disperse interest generated to medical research. At 31 December 2019, it was valued at $17.85 billion Paid out about $300m in grants to Unis and researchers – So for these funds they could pay some researchers I guess – Level of funds and Accessibility - could access this is a potential option as like a bail out for the current economic problems we are facing and into the future.? Technically Yes – as of 1 July 2020 – but Not the point of the fund – While legislation permits withdrawalsfrom the fund from 1 July 2020, the government indicated in 2017 it intends to allow the fund to continue to accumulate until at least 2026/27 before making withdrawals Back in March 2007 - the opposition Labor Party announced it would withdraw A$2.7 billion from the Future Fund to finance the NBN if it won the 2007 election - this proposal prompted government ministers to proclaim that Labor intended to "raid" the Future Fund for their own means – oh the irony in this statement - Labor later indicated that the use of any funds from the Future Fund towards a national high speed broadband network will have to comply and meet all requirements of any commercial investment. This included producing a commercial rate of return on the invested funds, with all profits being returned into the Future Fund allowing further investment. So the superficial reasoning – that withdrawing funds for bailing out the economy isn’t the intended purpose But there are 5 funds with pretty specific purposes – But the major fund – the Future Fund has a pretty vague purpose – to help the commonwealth – but as Justin said – using this to help the budget at the moment might provide justification – Apply this to your own personal situation – Have an investment account – the point of it is to grow over time and fund expenditure for specific things over time – like your retirement - In your own life – you might want to dip into it – but you normally cant – as it is meant to go to your retirement funds – right now if you are in financial stress – you might have dipped into your superannuation – But now – would you do this if it was to pay for someone else and their spending? This is where the future fund is relevant – Its true purpose is the funding of Commonwealth superannuation liabilities From the Future Funds Website – “The assets of the Future Fund are owned by the Australian Government and exist to make provision for unfunded Commonwealth superannuation liabilities. By helping to meet these liabilities, the Future Fund will ease pressure on the Commonwealth budget. These liabilities are currently being paid out of consolidated revenue.”   They have guaranteed their own Defined benefit pension payments – From 2020 the Australian Government can commence withdrawing money from the Future Fund to meet its unfunded superannuation liabilities. For the government - But when you can just borrow to be seen as helping the economy – then not much public backlash – but if you borrow to fund your own retirement accounts – may have some PR problems Funding of politicians superannuation and retirements from tax payers may put the public against them –But they can say that The future fund is helping Australians out and not be lying – just a very specific group of Australians who had their incomes guaranteed anyway   So in Summary - The use of the Future Fund needs to meet a specific purpose – and also needs to get a return - Government doesn’t get any returns from covid policies – They do have around $44bn of the total $210bn allocated towards certain projects The Medical research fund of around $18bn and its income can be used– grant money to medical companies and researchers – which I guess is helping – But the lion share – over $162bn is there to keep growing to help fund commonwealth government retirement accounts when the budget runs into a deficit Government can simply run a deficit in the budget to achieve the spending for the stimulus package and the public doesn’t care as much – and if this is for Australia – then it can be justified – But what may be on the nose in the future – especially if retirees funds get depleted by market shocks created by Government policies – so a safe guard for politicians as a Sovereign Wealth fund – but don’t expect it to help bail the economy out Thank you for listening to today's episode. If you want to get in contact you can do so here: http://financeandfury.com.au/contact/ https://www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/medical-research-future-fund-mrff-grant-recipients https://www.futurefund.gov.au/investment/how-we-invest

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Even Australia's forest and wood processing sector is being hit by the Covid pandemic. Today the Federal Government shed some light on what it will spend money on from its Future Drought Fund.

Even Australia's forest and wood processing sector is being hit by the Covid pandemic. Today the Federal Government shed some light on what it will spend money on from its Future Drought Fund.

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The Federal Government's revealed how it'll spend the first round of its $5 billion Future Drought Fund.

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Thủ tướng Scott Morrison bênh vực cho hành động của chính phủ để đối phó với tình trạng hạn hán kéo dài sau khi nghe các nhà nông than vãn. - Thủ tướng Scott Morrison bênh vực cho hành động của chính phủ để đối phó với tình trạng hạn hán kéo dài sau khi nghe các nhà nông than vãn.

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